Are You Aware Of The Benefits Of Massage?
Most of us have heard of therapeutic massage, yet have never experienced it firsthand. The fact is that this ancient form of healing can be a vital part of pain relief or injury recovery.
So what is massage and what are the main benefits?
Massage is a therapy of the manual variety the uses soft tissue manipulation and results in the decreasing of pain, stress, muscle tension and depression.
Although thought of as an “alternative” healing practice, massage, like chiropractic, has a myriad of healthful benefits. Here are just a few that have been scientifically proven.
According to local Ocala gynecologist, Dr. Raymond Marquette, there are many benefits to massage for both men and women:
Benefits Of Massage:
Enhancement of the Immune System
Blood Pressure Reduction
Increasing of Circulation
Mood Enhancement
Enhances Nervous System
Helps Symptoms of Chronic Ailments Including Migraines, Fibromyalgia, Diabetes, and Arthritis
Pain Relief and Reduction Of Muscle Tension
At Fakhoury Medical and Chiropractic Center, we utilize therapeutic massage in conjunction with other modalities including chiropractic adjustments, physical therapy, acupuncture, and more. Combined with other natural treatment options, we have found massage to be an integral part of the patients overall plan. However, most of our patients continue with their weekly massage treatments for the rest of their lives due to the feeling of well-being it provides.
If you would like to experience the benefits of massage, please ask your doctor or simply give us a call at (352) 351-3413
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